Interpretation of Quotation

Chosen Quotation:

"Developing excellent communication skills is absolutely essential to effective leadership. The leader must be able to share knowledge and ideas to transmit a sense of urgency and enthusiasm to others. If a leader can't get a message across clearly and motivate others to act on it, then having a message doesn't even matter."

Gilbert Amelio, former President and CEO of National Semiconductor Corp

Interpretation of Quotation:

Excellent communication skills in effective leadership comes in play when the language used to his/her team members is precise. This can also mean picking the right communication method to his/her target audience to ensure that the message that wants to be conveyed across can bring up a following action from the target audience. For example, meeting a deadline for a project or responding to a challenge that is beyond one's comfort zone, the leader's tone and choice to words can motivate the team to prioritise tasks and work efficiently. Clarity also plays an important role for effective leadership, this means to avoid any ambiguity and confusion when ideas, instructions or goals or being conveyed across. This minimises misunderstandings and ensures that everyone comprehends the message in the intended way.